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Theory Of Mind is the understanding that individuals have differing mental states, distinct from our own. A well-developed theory of mind enables us to predict and interpret the behavior of others, solve interpersonal conflicts, and hone social skills. It involves thinking about thinking—our own and that of others.
Children are not born knowing that others possess unique desires, emotions, knowledge, intents, and beliefs separate from their own. As they develop, they begin to understand that what’s happening in their mind may be different from what’s happening in the minds of others. This allows them to develop theories of what others may want, feel, know, intend, or believe
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